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Character Design Quarterly 34 - by Publishing (Paperback)

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  • Character Design Quarterly (CDQ) is a lively, creative magazine bringing inspiration, expert insights, and leading techniques from professional illustrators, artists, and character art enthusiasts worldwide.Each issue provides detailed tutorials on creating diverse characters, enabling you to explore the processes and decision making that go into creating amazing characters.
  • About the Author: Cover artist Simone "Simz" Ferriero (431K Instagram followers) is a freelance comic-book artist and illustrator from Naples, Italy, known for his drawings of ghost cats and modern-day witches.
  • 104 Pages
  • Art, Subjects & Themes
  • Series Name: Character Design Quarterly

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Character Design Quarterly (CDQ) is a lively, creative magazine bringing inspiration, expert insights, and leading techniques from professional illustrators, artists, and character art enthusiasts worldwide.

Each issue provides detailed tutorials on creating diverse characters, enabling you to explore the processes and decision making that go into creating amazing characters. Learn new ways to develop your own ideas, and discover from the artists what it is like to work for prolific animation studios such as Disney, Warner Bros., and DreamWorks.

The cover for issue 34 is by Simone Ferriero (aka Simz), a freelance comic-book artist and illustrator from Italy who has a huge 431K followers on Instagram. Simz is known for his drawings of ghost cats and modern-day witches, with a style inspired by Japanese cartoons and comics. He takes us through the creation of his cover, then we interview him about his career and his current creative plans.

Also featured in this issue is Tom Booth (335K followers on Instagram) an art director, illustrator, and author, based in Brooklyn, New York. He has created characters for Simon & Schuster, Netflix, Random House, and is known for his extensive work in children's literature. He talks to us about creating the video game Pine, for which he served as the artistic and narrative lead.



About the Author



Cover artist Simone "Simz" Ferriero (431K Instagram followers) is a freelance comic-book artist and illustrator from Naples, Italy, known for his drawings of ghost cats and modern-day witches. Inspired by Japanese cartoons and comics, his unique style has won him a huge following on social media and beyond.

Contributing artist Tom Booth (335K followers on Instagram) an art director, illustrator, and author, based in Brooklyn, New York. He has created characters for Simon & Schuster, Netflix, Random House, and is known for his extensive work in children's literature.

Edited by 3dtotal Publishing, based in Worcester, England, UK. 3dtotal publish high-quality art books dedicated to bringing invaluable training to beginners, hobbyists, and professionals alike. Their books feature top industry professionals from around the globe who share their experience in skillfully written step-by-step tutorials and guides. Illustrated throughout with stunning artwork, these best-selling publications offer creative insight, expert advice, and essential motivation.

Dimensions (Overall): 10.5 Inches (H) x 8.1 Inches (W) x .4 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.15 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 104
Genre: Art
Sub-Genre: Subjects & Themes
Series Title: Character Design Quarterly
Publisher: 3dtotal Publishing
Theme: Human Figure
Format: Paperback
Author: Publishing
Language: English
Street Date: November 4, 2025
TCIN: 94474318
UPC: 9781915992215
Item Number (DPCI): 247-03-8130
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Q: Who is the cover artist for issue 34?

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  • A: The cover artist for issue 34 is Simone Ferriero, a freelance comic-book artist known for unique characters.

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Q: Can you learn about working with animation studios?

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  • A: Yes, the magazine shares experiences from artists who have worked with studios like Disney and DreamWorks.

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Q: What themes are covered in the magazine?

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  • A: The magazine covers themes related to character design, human figures, and insights from professional illustrators.

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Q: What kind of tutorials can you find in the magazine?

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  • A: The magazine features detailed tutorials on creating diverse characters and explores the artistic decision-making processes.

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Q: What is the suggested age for readers of this magazine?

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  • A: The suggested age for readers is 22 years and up, catering to adults interested in character art.

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